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  • Effective Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 111 ratings
     | 8,668 views

    Contrary to popular belief, satan is alive and well. He is a real, personal being who, as a created cherub, sinned against God and subsequently fell from heaven.

    If we are going to live a life flowing with forgiveness to everyone with whom we come in contact, we must realize that *The battles we fight are spiritual. *They are not to be directed toward another human being. *They should be directed against the forces of hell. Because our ...read more

  • The Danger Of 666 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 10, 2002
    based on 95 ratings
     | 22,230 views

    The mark of the Beast, 666, has caused many to be afraid. But we shouldn’t be. It is the mark of Satan’s end. Thus it is he that should fear, not us.

    It was testimony night in the church. A lady got up and said, "We are living in a wicked land where sin is on every hand. I have had a terrible fight with the old devil all week." Where upon her husband, who was sitting glumly by her side said, "It’s not all my fault either; she’s tough to get ...read more

  • For The Sake Of The Call

    Contributed by David Washburn on May 6, 2002
    based on 227 ratings
     | 22,644 views

    We learn from ten-year old Samuel the importance of being attentive and obedient to God’s call, for we never know where it might lead

    This morning’s scripture passage is one of my favorites, as it tells the story of Samuel’s call into the ministry, but when we consider the overall context surrounding this story of Samuel’s calling, we gain a much richer meaning. This is true for any biblical passage. The meaning and way in which ...read more

  • The Seed Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2001
    based on 169 ratings
     | 39,584 views

    Jesus tells of the Kingdom being like a tiny Mustard Seed. This sermon explores what something so small could mean in describing something so majestic

    TOP 10 CLASSIFIED ADS – From true classified ads in daily newspapers 10. Wanted. Man to take care of cow that does not smoke or drink. 9. Try us once, you’ll never go anywhere again. 8. Dog for sale: eats anything and is fond of children. 7. Illiterate? Write today for free help. 6. Stock up ...read more

  • Fight The Good Fight

    Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Oct 18, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,949 views

    St. Paul encourages us to fight the good fight of faith, holding on tightly to the salvation that we have been given and being content with God’s blessings.

    The United States has attacked Afghanistan. It has begun. The long war on terrorism. We don’t know how long it will last. We only know that it will be a long and difficult struggle. This morning, Paul encouraged Timothy to “fight the good fight of faith”, to join in hand to hand combat against ...read more

  • Our Family Giving To God's Family Sermon 1: Family Partnership

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 2,267 views

    This Sermon emphasizes partnership giving--the family being good stewards of God’s resources, therefore everyone in the family giving to God’s family, the church.

    A. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN STEWARDSHIP? 1. Everything. Stewardship is our management of God-given resources (time, talent and treasure) for God-given goals. 2. All people. “Gather the people together, men, and women, and children, and thy stranger that is within thy gates, that they may hear . . . ...read more

  • What Manner

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 1, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,412 views

    This outline explores the manner of the salutation of the angel announcing our Lord’s birth; the manner of man He was; and what manner of persons we should be.

    WHAT MANNER? “And the angel came unto her, and said: Hail, thou who are highly favored, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and considered in her mind what manner of salutation this was.” Luke 1:28-29 I. WHAT MANNER OF ...read more

  • Wisdom From An Ant

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 239 ratings
     | 29,203 views

    I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example.

    I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example. "Only 10 minutes to speak" - French surgeon was once quoted as having said, "If I was given only 10 minutes in which to complete an operation, I’d first ...read more

  • Discipleship; Beyond Pretending

    Contributed by Bill Huffhine on May 27, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 6,730 views

    Understanding discipleship as the God initiated, God accomplished process of turning us into what He intended - human beings bearing the image of the God who created us.

    Every year the movie industry comes together for a massive celebration and awards ceremony. All of Hollywood looks forward to the night early in the year where they can come together and honor one another for the work that had been done during the previous year. It’s a really a fascinating ...read more

  • Phoebe: An Example For Our Time

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 85 ratings
     | 32,298 views

    Phoebe offers us a first-century example of what a Christian should be. Paul uses three key words to describe her: Sister,Servant, and Saint!

    Phoebe: An Example For Our Time by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ ------------------------------------------------------ Scripture Reading: John 13:12-15 It’s amazing today how many church growth schemes people have come up with. The Willow Creek Model, the Purpose Driven Church, ...read more

  • Freedom

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Jul 1, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,852 views

    This sermon ivestigates the price paid for our freedom and the continuing price that must be paid to maintain it. Devotion to God and vigilance being the prices to maintain our freedom.

    Freedom Joshua 23:1-13 When in the course of Human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bonds which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the laws of nature and of nature¡¦s God entitle ...read more

  • Dry Bones And Singing Stones

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 21, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,065 views

    The truth of the day is that Ezekiel’s bones will live and the rocks will sing because there is nothing at all anyone can do to prevent the Word of God from being spoken.

    Dry Bones and Singing Stones Ezekiel 37:1-14 Luke 19:29-40 Palm Sunday March 20, 2005 Jeb was one of the leading citizens of Ottumwa, Iowa. He was the kind of guy that you could count on, no matter what. He was a deacon in his church. Every time the doors were open, he was there. He had served ...read more

  • The Word Became Flesh Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,154 views

    In this message we will look at the humanity of Jesus and see the awesome things Jesus being flesh and blood has brought to us. (I Am Jesus - part 3)

    The Word Became Flesh I Am Jesus – part 3 (FYI – in my notes whenever you see… [Tim…] – this is a time in my message when I call out different people by name. I find that doing this helps to get everyones attention) 1In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was ...read more

  • Are You A Lazybones? Series

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 21, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,087 views

    There is a big difference between taking a Sabbath and being lazy. Lazyness separates us from our own potential, from the love of others, and from the grace of God.

    Are You a Lazybones? Proverbs 6:6-11 February 20, 2005 Twenty three years ago, I was one of seventeen men and women who stood before the Annual Conference and was ordained into the United Methodist ministry. We had all written thousands of words explaining our personal histories, our theology, ...read more

  • The Greatest Love Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 30,369 views

    John 3:16 is so simple and easily understood that sometimes we fail to understand how majestic and powerful it’s underlying message can be.

    OPEN: I once read the story of a man had been driving on an out-of-the-way 2 lane highway running thru the rural countryside. He noticed an old tumbledown shack standing in the middle of an open field. He had to smile to himself as he read the crudely printed message on one whole side of the ...read more